REI Down Time Sleeping Bags
REI Down Time Sleeping Bags
USER REVIEWS
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[Oct 07, 2001]
poolman
Backpacker
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None My son, a 6''4" 175 lb Strider loved this 15 degree long bag on our recent trek into the Green ountain National Forest/Long Trail/Peru peaks wilderness. The Vermont weather was varied, cool, rainy, hailstorm, sunny, etc. This bag packs small when using a good compression sack. Customer Service REI exchanged this bag for a Thermo pod that did not live up to my expectations or their claims.Luckily I also had some coupon/discounts available and the exchange was even up. Thank you REI. As a res Similar Products Used: Kelty Clear Creek, North Face Tour Light, REI Sub Kilo, Slumberjack |
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[Sep 21, 2001]
Dave Downs
Backpacker
Strength:
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Weakness:
None I purchased my Down Time Dryloft +10 long from REI-Outlet.com. I purchased this bag based on price and REI’s reputation, knowing that if I didn’t like it REI would stand behind their guarantee and I could return it for a full refund. I consider myself a warm sleeper and did not want a bag rated at 10 degrees, but the price and features were too good to pass up. After receiving the bag, inspecting and testing it for a couple of nights, I was very pleased with the quality and construction. I have had the bag for 9 months and have put in 25 to 30 bag nights in conditions ranging from hot, dry nights to damp, frosty ones. I have yet to sleep “in” the bag. I find it too warm and have always had it zipped fully open and draped over me like a blanket. In using it this way I have found the draft collar to be the best I have ever experienced; it runs all the way across the bag, side to side, and seals out cold air, no matter which way I lay. Even on the frosty nights when I had it draped over me like a blanket, the draft collar blocked all cold air leaks, greatly enhancing my comfort. Though I have not been in temperatures as low as the bags rating (coldest I have encountered is the high 20’s), I would not hesitate to camp in 10 degree weather with this bag. Maybe I would finally get the chance to sleep “in” it and try the hood out! The Dryloft shell is performing as advertised. On several tentless nights, I experienced a heavy dew and/or frost. Though the outer shell was covered with dew or frost, I stayed dry, warm and toasty because the moisture did not penetrate. None of my companions had a dryloft shell and they all suffered wet bags and a cold night. Another time, my feet spent most of the night pressed up against the inside of a rainfly. There was considerable condensation on the fly and it found its way down to my bag. In a normal bag the foot box would have been soaked and I would have had cold, wet feet, but not with Dryloft protecting me. It performed flawlessly and no moisture penetrated the shell. One small nit about the Dryloft shell, it is somewhat noisy, making a crinkly noise when I move or roll over. However, the advantages of the Dryloft shell so far outweigh such a small concern that I heartily recommend it to anyone who will encounter conditions where the bag will be exposed to moisture. I purchased a long model to f Customer Service REI customer service is second to none. Similar Products Used: Kelty, Camp 7, The North Face, and a down bag I have used for 30+ years that I don''t remember the maker''s name. |
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[Apr 17, 2001]
Martin
Backpacker
I have been using the Down Time +15 for some time, but the temperature rating is very optimistic. I was cold in 28 degrees. The problem is that REI does not put enough down in the bag to conform to the rating, hence the light weight, and cheap price. I also purchased the Dry Loft -5, knowing the REI reputation, but it was such a good deal, that its worth it. I say, whatever REI claims, add at least 10 degrees, so my -5 is actually a +5 bag, but well worth it for $150. Marmot and Mountain Hardware, from what I hear, are almost underrated, and keep you warmer than the rating. Similar Products Used: None |
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[Apr 05, 2001]
Mike W
Backpacker
I got the Down Time Dryloft +10 Sleeping Bag - Long $139.93 +Shipping($6.99) from rei-outlet.com on 3/15/2001. Best price I have seen in a long time for a Dryloft bag. I read the reviews of others that posted on this bag, before I purchased it, and found the temp rating to be of a concern to me. I then realized -- OK so this bag might actually be a +15 instead of +10. I then looked at the price again -- and quickly hit the buy button before they sold out! I received the bag in a reasonable amount of time from rei-outlet and then looked it over - This is a quality bag! I was looking at getting a Marmot but for this price I couldn’t pass it up and I’m glad I didn’t. I plan on taking it on a 7-day trip on the PCT in Oregon/Washington. All the stitching, down, other material seems to be of top quality. I highly recommend this bag if you can get it for this price! Similar Products Used: None |
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[Mar 02, 2001]
MIKE M.
Car Camper
I JUST BOUGHT THIS BAG AND HAVENT USED IT YET. IT SEEMS TO BE WELL PUT TOGETHER SAVE FOR THE VELCRO TAB WHICH LIES RIGHT NEXT TO YOUR FACE WHEN YOU CINCH THE BAG UP. Customer Service I BOUGHT 2 OF THESE BAGS (WIFE), AND BOTH HAD THE LABELS ON ONE OF THE VELCRO TABS CUT OFF. I MENTIONED THIS TO REI AND THEY GAVE ME 15% OFF EACH BAG. NO QUESTIONS ASKED. Similar Products Used: SLUMBERJACK, MARMOT (GREAT BAG) |
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[Jan 04, 2001]
desert rat
Backpacker
I have the -5 DownTime DryLoft...I sleep cold and wouldn't want to be in it below +20...seems to be adequately constructed, but zipper easily snags, leading to scary middle-of-the-night episodes...fortunately, the zipper has always recovered...the DryLoft is awesome...wet and clammy feet, socks, and "footbox" (?) in the evening become dry and warm by morning...neat...temp. rating is a complaint and that zipper!...I'll go to a warmer bag next time...otherwise, REI is a great general purpose store appealing to middle-of-the-road buyers Similar Products Used: None |
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[Jan 03, 2001]
Brad
Backpacker
This is a good bag. I use my 0 degree Down Time as an extended three season bag (Feb thru Nov) in the mountains and have no major complaints. Most companies seem to exaggerate their temperature ratings, so I haven't put this bag to an extreme test. However, it keeps me warm when temps fall into the low-teens. It's a reliable bag and I never have to think much about it except for fluffing it briefly before laying it out. The zipper does snag a bit, but this is pretty minor. Similar Products Used: The North Face Cat's Meow |
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[Dec 07, 2000]
Canyon
Backpacker
I have a -20,good inexpensive bag for fall and spring. I zip it to a lightweight +20 with my wife in summer in the Adirondacks. Customer Service no experience Similar Products Used: None |
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[Aug 17, 1999]
Jarhead
Climber
I have the 0 degree bag and I really can't complain too much considering the price I paid. It has 600 fill and is good down to about +15F to +20F and my feet start getting cold at that point. It's temperature range is overated. Still, if I view it as a +15F bag it does quite well and was still fairly inexpensive. Customer Service REI's customer service is the very best there is! BAR NONE! Similar Products Used: None |
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[Sep 10, 1999]
Ben Pearre
Backpacker
I have the +10F Dryloft bag. It's really not good quite as cold as they claim, but the dryloft actually works! I spilled water in the bottom of my tent once, and while the bag didn't touch the water for long, a normal down bag would have gotten a cold spot. Mine didn't. It does get hot and sweaty if you're using it too far above its optimal temperature, though. The bag is well-built, and has all the right parts. It was also inexpensive, in spite of being less warm than REI claims. It's not terribly light, and it doesn't pack down as small as some, but overall it's a very reasonable choice. Customer Service You won't find better customer service. They'll basically do anything you ask. Similar Products Used: I haven't extensively used other comparable bags. I've seen all kinds in stores, from which I write the comparisons. |